Katwar - Tosham, Bhiwani
Katwar is a village situated in the Tosham tehsil of Bhiwani district, Haryana. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tosham and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Bhiwani. Dhani Katwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katwar is 061239. The village covers a total geographical area of 1055 hectares and falls under the 127043 pincode. Tosham is the nearest town.
Katwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tosham Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwani-Mahendragarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katwar
According to the 2011 Census, Katwar village had a total population of 1,706 people, including 894 males and 812 females, living in 314 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.01%, with male literacy at 83.53% and female literacy at 57.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 233.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,706 | 894 | 812 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 141 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 233 | 127 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,029 | 629 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 677 | 265 | 412 |
Nearby Villages of Katwar
Katwar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rodhan | South | 2.92 km |
| Sahlewala | South-East | 4.36 km |
| Isharwal | West | 4.41 km |
| Mandhan | North-West | 4.99 km |
| Sandwa | East | 5.23 km |
| Bhariwas | North | 5.80 km |
| Sidhanwa | South-West | 6.33 km |
| Patodi | North-East | 6.37 km |
| Sidhan | North-West | 7.10 km |
| Dharwanbas | South-East | 7.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katwar
Katwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Siwani, while the nearest airport is Bhiwani Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bhiwani to Katwar is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Katwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Katwar
Where is Katwar located?
Katwar village is located in Tosham Tehsil, Bhiwani district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Katwar is Dhani Katwar.
What is the pincode of Katwar?
The pincode of Katwar is 127043.
What is the population of Katwar?
Katwar had a total population of 1,706, including 894 males and 812 females.
How many households are there in Katwar?
Katwar had 314 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katwar was 71.01%. Male literacy was 83.53% and female literacy was 57.47%.